| A | B |
| grieve | To mourn or sorrow for someone |
| sneer | A scornful facial expression characterized by a slight raising of one corner of the upper lip |
| reluctant | Unwilling, reluctant to help |
| duel | A prearranged, formal combat between two persons, usually fought to settle a point of honor |
| dumbfounded | struck dumb with astonishment and surprise |
| vigorously | Marked by or done with force and energy |
| solemnly | in a grave and sedated manner |
| alcove | partly enclosed extension connected to or forming part of a room |
| regicide | One who kills a king |